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United Kingdom – Part 2 Lesson 8 1 Kings 1 ; 1 Chronicles 29:22-25
Review David has made preparations for the temple David has organized the Levites David has proclaimed Solomon to be king, by the word God
Preview of Solomon 1 Kings 1-11 Four chapters (5-7) devoted to temple 2 Chronicles 1-9 Six chapters (2-7) devoted to temple
Rebellion....Again David is frail nearing the end of his life Adonijah is now eldest son of David and says “I will be king” Chariot and 50 men to run before him Sacrifice and feast at En-rogel Joab, Abiathar, brothers, leaders
Rebellion....Again Nathan learns of Adonijah’s plan and advises Bathsheba Ask David why Adonijah is king Tell David what Adonijah is doing Israel is watching to see what you do Nathan enters and confirms the story David makes Solomon king of Israel
Solomon Annointed David sends Nathan, Zadok, and Benaiah to annoint Solomon king Solomon sits on David’s throne Trumpets sound “Long live King Solomon” The people join in the celebration
Solomon Annointed Jonathan brings the news to Adonijah at his feast The rebellion ended and everyone ran Adonijah -> horns of the altar Adonijah bows before Solomon All pledge their allegiance to him
Thoughts Authority of God Adonijah rebelled...against God Joab & Abiathar did not submit to Solomon as king God has the right to choose It does not matter what I think, like, or don’t like
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